Work experience 2 years of due diligence and strategy consulting for a tier 2 (e.g., Monitor, S&, OW) doing an "impact" field (e.g., cleantech, education, environment) ~1 year of work at a major non-profit impact investing venture / growth company (e.g., Omidyar, Acumen, NewSchools) ~2 years of work at an UMM PE fund (e.g., Golden Gate, New Mountain Capital, GTCR, Vista) Scores 3.8 GPA cum laude with a BSc in a field such as org change, philosophy, general management, from a semi-target (e.g., JHU, Brown, NU, Duke) 770 GMAT Demographics White male Extracurriculars A smattering of

You have a shot at H/S. Your work experience is competitive. Your academics are excellent. Your community service is Ok, but doesn't sound remarkable. To go from "a shot" to acceptance: Have an ambitious goal that requires an MBA from H/S. Be prepared to say how you intend to use that education (especially for Stanford) and the opportunities you will receive. Be prepared to show that you are a person who makes a difference, who is a leader and contributor. You might want to listen to our podcast this week, which is with a HBS admit coming from IB.

Bubba - The information that you provided demonstrates that you have the foundation for being a compelling applicant to both HBS and the GSB. Next up, figure out why you want an MBA from one of these programs? What impact do you hope to have while there and in your career that follows. With ~6 and 10% admit rates, you will need to nail your narrative and ensure that your recommenders are well equipped to enhance your positioning. Wishing you the best on your MBA journey! Reach out for a free consultation if you want to know how Stratus can help you. Susan

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Work experience

2 years of due diligence and strategy consulting for a tier 2 (e.g., Monitor, S&, OW) doing an "impact" field (e.g., cleantech, education, environment)
~1 year of work at a major non-profit impact investing venture / growth company (e.g., Omidyar, Acumen, NewSchools)
~2 years of work at an UMM PE fund (e.g., Golden Gate, New Mountain Capital, GTCR, Vista)

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3.8 GPA cum laude with a BSc in a field such as org change, philosophy, general management, from a semi-target (e.g., JHU, Brown, NU, Duke)
770 GMAT

Demographics

White male

Extracurriculars

A smattering of junior boards of non-profits (do extracurriculars in college count?)

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You have a shot at H/S. Your work experience is competitive. Your academics are excellent. Your community service is Ok, but doesn't sound remarkable.

To go from "a shot" to acceptance:

Have an ambitious goal that requires an MBA from H/S.
Be prepared to say how you intend to use that education (especially for Stanford) and the opportunities you will receive.
Be prepared to show that you are a person who makes a difference, who is a leader and contributor.

You might want to listen to our podcast this week, which is with a HBS admit coming from IB. Part of her story is tragic, but much of it shows a commitment to making the world a better place. Focus on that commitment and her purposefulness as you listen.

Best, Linda

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